Leah de Gouveia

Leah de Gouveia

Aspiring Event Coordinator

Loulé, Algarve, Portugal+351 911 566 881degouveialeah@gmail.com

Profile

I'm passionate about events and the experiences they create for people, from the early planning to the day itself. I'm hardworking and reliable, and I'm looking for an internship in event management from June 2027 so I can learn from experienced event professionals.

Event & work experience

Event Assistant

Sept 2026

The Ultimate South African Experience · The Warehouse, Parchal

  • Worked at the Algarve's largest South African event: 500 guests, a live screening of SA vs the All Blacks, sets from Prime Circle and GoodLuck, food and market stalls, and a kids' area.
  • Attended status meetings run by the Event Manager to keep up to date with plans and responsibilities.
  • Set up, stocked and ran an assigned station for the duration of the event.

Event Planning Assistant

2025 – 2026

Kooc Media · Annual company breakaways

  • Supported the Event Manager in planning the annual company breakaway, two years running.
  • Helped arrange venues, transport, activities and accommodation for staff.

Children's Party Assistant

Ongoing

Sparty · Spa-themed children's parties

  • Help deliver themed party activities, keeping children engaged and the programme running to time.

Hospitality Work Experience

June 2024

Tribulum Restaurant · Almancil

  • Supported front-of-house service and the restaurant's Instagram marketing.

Leadership & school events

Head Girl

Current

Aspire International School

  • Help plan and lead school-wide campaigns, including charity fundraisers, anti-bullying and wellbeing initiatives.
  • Speak at assemblies, prize-giving ceremonies, orientation events and open days, and host visiting guests and parents.
  • Lead and coordinate the prefect council, house captains and student ambassadors, including scheduling duties.
  • Represent the school at external functions, inter-school competitions and community outreach.

Netball Coach

Current

Phoenix Netball Club

  • Support coaching sessions for young players, building confidence, participation and teamwork.

Contact

I'm looking for an event management internship starting June 2027, based in or around Loulé, Algarve.

If you have an opportunity or would like to know more, please send me a message using the form or get in touch directly.

Location
Loulé, Algarve, Portugal
Available
Internships from June 2027